1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bee | S |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2746 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2870 mm |
